Waldo Cortes-Acosta showcased his knockout prowess by taking down former champion Derrick Lewis at UFC 324. Registered as his third consecutive knockout in three months, this achievement highlights Cortes-Acosta’s potential in the heavyweight division.

Despite the crowded field in the UFC, Cortes-Acosta stands out with impressive performances and striking power. Engaging for the sixth time in just ten months, he adeptly controlled Lewis, using speed and agility to evade significant strikes. The fight culminated with Lewis surrendering to an unrelenting offensive, prompting the referee to stop the contest in the second round.

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This knockout drew a lively response from Cortes-Acosta, who stated, “I want Curtis Blaydes. He’s talking a lot of crap, and I need to shut him up.”

The conclusion of this remarkable fight, though somewhat unusual, showcased Cortes-Acosta’s climbing trajectory in the UFC, with an interim title potentially on the horizon due to heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall’s indefinite sidelining.